None of this ever dawned on him. However, in all reality, the past in nothing more than a bunch of presents that have already happened, and the future are the presents yet to happen. In Chucks case it went beyond that. [quote=Rob Kolberer]Paul dont you think having the expertise would speed up your own learning curve. It helps with confidence. Liftin' Heavy S**T & Chuck Vogelpohl, The Legend Louie, I knew you kept track of all our training, and you were always trying to get me to taper back for a meet and not squat all the time and pull a weight sled, but I would not listen. Doesn't someone who has squatted as long as Chuck know when he hits depth? Seriously, what the hell is he even doing at the meet? Believe me, I am well aware of that fact. Inside, in the deep part of your soul, how does this make you feel? It takes more than a band to make you squat. Fate would have it that Chuck Vogelpohl was competing at a bench press contest held in a local YMCA when he met Simmons. Louie:We needed a boost to our training, but how? CHUCK VOGELPOHL TRIBUTE. This was done on a Saturday. Did you not read what he did to Chuck? EFS: The major reason why we wanted to do this interview was to clear things up on your new video, Vogelpohl XXX. Jim Grandick Best of luck to Chuck, Louie, and to all those still at Westside. After getting stapled with a 40 lb personal record, most would have pulled out, but Chuck just did what he had to do. Here's a new way that chuck uses the powerpohl get yours today at our holiday price message us right here. I recall showing up early, and you would always be waiting for me at the gym a half-hour or three-quarters of an hour before anyone else got there. I have a version of it in crayon with pictures attached for the rest of the B.I.G. EFS: At meets, you get a little worked up before you lift. I know that without Rick and the gym I'd have been boozing it up every night instead of getting to the gym and getting stronger. WATCH: Chuck Vogelpohl's 1100-Pound Squat Laughing, Coan and Tate reflect back 20 years ago when everyone was trying to emulate Chuck with their beanie hats, popped collars, and cocky attitudes. Basically, on Fridays I will squat and will either work up to a heavy weight, sometimes off of a higher box or instead of going heavy on the squat I will pull heavy from the pins. Chuck Vogelpohl is best known for his record-breaking squats, but he did have a respectful bench and deadlift, especially considering that he suffered from some serious injuries such as a broken neck. I remember you asked what I got out of using bands on the bar. However, the point of this post is to highlight the insane squat workout inspired by Chuck Vogelpohl. I would see you had a new interest in powerlifting, and you started to gear up again, just like when you first came to Westside.